Sign-up to Protect Wetlands by March 2, 2012

MORGANTOWN, WV, January 30, 2012—West Virginia landowners interested in restoring, enhancing, or protecting wetlands may receive funding through the Wetland Reserve Program (WRP).

Landowners must have their applications submitted to their local Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Service Center by close of business on March 2, 2012 to be considered for funding this coming year. NRCS will accept applications after March 2, 2012, but they will not be ranked until the next ranking period is announced.

Through WRP, NRCS assists eligible applicants in the restoration, creation, protection, and enhancement of wetlands on their property through a voluntary, environmentally safe and cost-effective manner. Landowners can receive assistance through three WRP program participation options: restoration cost-share agreements, 30-year easements, or permanent easements.

NRCS encourages landowners who are interested in these voluntary programs to contact their local USDA Service Center/NRCS Field Office today to be eligible for the initial funding. Additional information on WRP and other conservation programs is available on the Web at www.wv.nrcs.usda.gov.
 

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